![]() ![]() ![]() Those cost more and have the engine cylinders dragging along in the breeze. You can fly along with the canopy open, your elbow out in the breeze, and pass the folks in their two-place Pipers and Aeroncas. It’s simply a fun airplane suitable for Saturday afternoon joyrides on nice days or even modest cross-country trips. And there’s a lot to like, which most owners will attest. ![]() The C model, the only one that has a low enough gross weight to qualify under light sport, has become an in-demand airplane. Many don’t realize that 20-year-newer (1968 to 1970) Mooney Cadets-which are Ercoupes with a single tail and rudder pedals-are also somewhat affordable. As with any vintage airframe, it’s easy to get stuck with a problem child. The current Aircraft Bluebook value on a nicely maintained Ercoupe retails for around $20,000, and some can be had for lower, but remember these are old birds. It’s a head turner, especially when decked out in interesting paint schemes.Įven in the current market where aircraft values are through the roof, the venerable ‘coupe remains one of the cheapest ways to get in the air, although pristine models fetch top dollar. Owners seem to love their Ercoupes for a variety of reasons, including ramp appeal. ![]() We think it’s overlooked by potential buyers who don’t understand its capabilities. These days, by nature of its design, the Ercoupe doesn’t come across as having an abundance of testosterone, so what may be the funkiest two-place airplane from the 1940s is a bit of a sleeper on the used market. Better yet, an Ercoupe can handle a big crosswind-and we’re talking a breeze with twice the velocity that can be dealt with by almost any other airplane. This contributed to more speed than most of its counterparts had. It’s really the first successful production GA airplane that had a nosewheel, plus a fully cowled engine. Nearly 82 years later, owners still appreciate the Ercoupe’s intended design as an exceptionally safe airplane that’s resistant to stalls and spins.īut there’s more bragging rights. Shopping the market for a fun, reasonably affordable and easy-to-fly two-placer? Add the Ercoupe to the list of potential candidates. Later Ercoupes fit the legacy light sport category, making them a worthy choice for aging pilots facing the insurance crunch. ![]()
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